Penn MSTP vs HMS Pathways (MD only)

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[CollegeKid109]

Sounds like doing an MD/PhD doesn’t jive with your goals. I would say MD at Harvard is your better option in this scenario. Better name and more connections for branching into policy (though Penn is also good).

 

[TurtleGnome]

I'd tell you the same things I tell some of my friends: unless you crave the PhD, unless you cannot see yourself NOT running a lab, don't get the PhD. They are long and difficult even for the most dedicated and passionate. From what you've stated, I would say HMS fits your goals better.